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What is NYC BC § 1609.1.2.2?

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This section outlines the application of ASTM E 1996 regarding wind zone selection based on design wind speed. It specifies criteria for Wind Zone 1, indicating a basic design wind speed range. Applies to building owners involved in structural design and compliance with wind load requirements.

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1609.1.2.2 Application of ASTM E 1996.

BC § 1609.1.2.2

The text of Section 6.2.2 of ASTM E 1996 shall be substituted as follows: 6.2.2 Unless otherwise specified, select the wind zone based on the strength design wind speed, V, as follows: 6.2.2.1 Wind Zone 1 – 130 mph ≤ basic design wind speed, V < 140 mph. 6.2.2.2 Delete. 6.2.2.3 Delete. 6.2.2.4 Delete.

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